Distance from Chicago to Irvine by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Irvine (CA) is 1730 miles or 2785 kilometers or 1503 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Irvine is 2015 miles (3244 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 285 miles or 459 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Irvine, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Irvine is 1730 miles or 2785 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Irvine, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Irvine?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Irvine, CA is 3 hours 58 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Irvine Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Irvine, CA
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Irvine, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Irvine, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Irvine, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Irvine, California is 2015 miles or 3244 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Irvine, CA is 2015 miles or 3244 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Irvine, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Irvine, California is approximately 2015 miles (3244 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Irvine, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Irvine, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 17 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Irvine take?
Chicago and Irvine are 35 hours 17 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Irvine

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Irvine (CA) is 2 Hours.
Irvine time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Irvine
2025-12-19, 19:44:17 CST2025-12-19, 17:44:17 PST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Irvine California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Irvine, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2015 mi 3244 km 1749.83 nmi
Straight line distance 1730 mi 2785 km 1503 nmi
Difference 285 mi 459 km 246 nmi

Chicago Details

Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6''
Latitude41.83755
Longitude-87.68184
StateIllinois
Nearest airports to Chicago

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Irvine Details

Irvine is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 40' 10.1'' Longitude: W 117° 49' 23.2''
Latitude33.66946
Longitude-117.82311
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Irvine

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Irvine, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 67 hours 34 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 50 hours 41 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 45 hours 3 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 40 hours 33 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 36 hours 51 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 33 hours 47 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 31 hours 11 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 28 hours 57 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 2 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 20 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 23 hours 51 minutes